Does that mean the case will go to trial

They have a right to ask for a jury trial just like a defendant. They maintain the same burden of proof and you maintain the same presumption of...

Is it legal to hold trial without the complaining witness being present, and use the preliminary hearing notes?

What were the charges in your case? Who did the prosecution present

Am I facing jail time?

How old are you now. I suggest that you begin looking at potential mitigation factors such as people who can speak well of you. In addition a good...

How long should a traffic citation be on my record?

Are you sure its a criminal record and not a driving record? There is a difference. How did you find it? A background check or a Driver's abstract

I got pulled over by a state trooper for speeding. Is it worth appealing or am I lucky to get off easy?

While it appears that he cut you a substantial break I would recommend pleading not guilty. Ideally you want to come out of this with no points...

Can someone in Pennsylvania be charged criminally if found with a syringe on their person?

The short answer is yes based on your question but more information about reason for the syringe may provide you with a defense. In addition, its...

If you plead guilty it will appear. I'm unsure from your question if you were actually arrested. I suggest that you retain counsel to help ensure...

If i do not pay court costs on non-reporting probation, will i get violated?

It's a possibility and in these economic times PA is looking for every cent

E 2 in pa national guard charged with marijuana dui whats going to happen?

As a former JAG I can tell you that your command could take adverse admin action against you. The army does random drug testing and some units test...

How can I go about getting charges against me dropped.

If you have already been charged it is not as simple as either your spouse or the landlord dropping the case. The DA has to withdraw the charges...